Rule 590-7-25-.03 - Processing(1) Service of process documents filed at the office of the Secretary of State shall be processed in time receipt order. Expedited processing shall not be available for service of process filings.(2) All requests for service of process on the Secretary of State shall be accompanied by: (a) One complete copy for each party to be served, with said copy to include a summons dated and signed by the appropriate Clerk of Court and a complete complaint including civil action number;(b) A statement identifying the Code section under which the filing is made;(c) A written statement by the plaintiff or his or her attorney certifying that:1. The limited liability company has failed either to maintain a registered office or appoint a registered agent in this State; and2. A copy of the process, service or demand has been forwarded by registered mail, certified mail, or statutory overnight delivery to the most recent registered office or agent listed on the records of the Secretary of State and that service cannot be effected at such office.(d) The payment of the fees as required by the Code or as listed on the fee schedule published by the Secretary of State.(3) The Secretary of State shall issue to the person making the filing:(a) An acknowledgement of receipt; or(b) A certificate of filing of documents filed with the Secretary of State.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 590-7-25-.03
O.C.G.A. §§ 14-5-23, 14-11-1105, and 14-11-1106.
Original Rule entitled "Processing" adopted. F. May 11, 2017; eff. May 31, 2017.